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- Page 1 USER MANUAL Model: SB36312-G6 VIZIO 36" 3.1.2 Channel Sound Bar Home Theater Sound System Please read this guide before using the product.
- Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your Unit is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent your Unit from being damaged, the following rules should be observed for its installation, use, and maintenance. Please read the following safety instructions before operating your Unit.
- Page 3 • WARNING: Exposure to loud sounds can damage your hearing causing hearing loss and tinnitus (ringing or buzzing in the ears). With continued exposure to loud noises, ears may become accustomed to the sound level, which may result in permanent damage to hearing without any noticeable discomfort.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Package Contents ............................5 Controls & Connections ..........................6 First-Time Setup...............................10 Proper Placement ............................15 Using the Remote ............................17 Using your tablet or smartphone as a remote .....................18 LED Indicators ..............................19 Using Button Combinations ...........................23 Programming the Sound Bar .........................24 Bluetooth Audio Pairing ..........................25 Using Bluetooth mode ............................26 Advanced Setup ...............................27... -
Page 5: Package Contents
PACKAGE CONTENTS VIZIO Sound Bar Wireless Subwoofer Remote Control with 2x AAA Batteries Stereo RCA to 3.5mm to 3.5mm HDMI Cable 3.5mm Audio Cable Audio Cable 2 x Wall Mount Brackets Digital Optical 2 x Power Cables (Sound Bar) Cable... -
Page 6: Controls & Connections
CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS Back of Sound Bar OPTICAL Power Port Digital Optical Audio In 3.5mm IN Analog Audio In (Stereo 3.5mm) English - 6... - Page 7 USB* HDMI IN USB In HDMI In HDMI OUT Ethernet HDMI Out (ARC) to TV Ethernet In * Supports .WAV and .MP3 file format playback only. English - 7...
- Page 8 Top of Sound Bar Power Press to turn sound bar on or off. Input Press to change the audio source. Volume Increase or decrease the loudness of the audio. Bluetooth Input Hold to pair. (See ‘Bluetooth Audio Pairing’ for more information.) English - 8...
- Page 9 Back of Subwoofer Power Port Power Button LED Indicator English - 9...
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Page 10: First-Time Setup
FIRST-TIME SETUP Back of Sound Bar CHOOSE ONE CABLE* and connect it to your tv 3.5MM TO DIGITAL OPTICAL Ensure your TV is powered on. RCA CABLE CABLE † GOOD BETTER † When using the digital input, if there is no audio: * Not all TVs/Displays have the audio outputs shown (A) try setting the TV/Display output to PCM or above. - Page 11 HDMI ARC Do not use HDMI IN for First-Time Setup. CABLE See Advanced Setup if you would like to connect BEST HDMI devices (such as Blu-ray™ players, cable boxes, and game consoles) to your Sound Bar. HDMI cables send Video (Out) and Connect the sound bar to your TV/Display* using one of the connection types to the left.
- Page 12 Back of Sound Bar Connect the power cable to the sound bar AC IN as shown. Plug the power cable into an electrical outlet. The sound bar will automatically begin searching for an active input.* The LED indicators on the front of the sound bar will begin cycling in pairs through inputs until an audio source is detected.** Tip: Pressing the INPUT button will stop...
- Page 13 Back of Subwoofer Connect a power cable Plug the power cable into The subwoofer should to the subwoofer. a power outlet. automatically power on and link to the sound bar when plugged in. The LED will glow to solid to confirm. English - 13...
- Page 14 Power Insert the included batteries and gently slide the battery cover back into place. When needed, VIZIO recommends replacing the batteries that came with this remote with two, new Duracell ‘AAA’ alkaline batteries. You can press the INPUT button to switch between audio sources.
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Page 15: Proper Placement
PROPER PLACEMENT For the best surround sound experience, position the sound bar and subwoofer as shown. The sound bar should be close to ear level. You'll get the best sound effect if your ceiling is flat and 7.5 ft to 12 ft high. OPTION 1 If your couch permits, you can place the subwoofer underneath it. - Page 16 OPTION 2 You can also stand the subwoofer upright with the ports facing out. Sound bar is centered below the TV. Subwoofer Note: Do not block the subwoofer port. English - 16...
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Page 17: Using The Remote
USING THE REMOTE Display Displays Sound Bar Settings Power Press to turn on or off Menu Press to access the menu Input settings Press to change the input source Enter/Play/Pause Press to select an option Press to play or pause Previous Press to return to previous track Next... -
Page 18: Using Your Tablet Or Smartphone As A Remote
USING YOUR TABLET OR SMARTPHONE AS A REMOTE Download the VIZIO SmartCast Mobile™ app and turn your smartphone or tablet into a remote to control your sound bar system. • Visit www.vizio.com/smartcastapp on your device to download. • Install the app and follow the on screen instructions to setup your device. -
Page 19: Led Indicators
Press the Enter button on the remote. The sound bar will be discoverable for (When searching for device) Pairing 15 minutes. You can now search for the sound bar (VIZIO SB36312*) using Flash from Bottom to Top your Bluetooth Device. The sound bar will power down if no device is found. - Page 20 Function LED Behavior Description Press the Next/Previous button to increase/decrease the level of the height Height Levels Two center LEDs speakers. Use this adjustment to accommodate various ceiling heights and indicate height level 0. Height seating distances. Press the Next/Previous button to increase/decrease the level of the Subwoofer Levels Two center LEDs subwoofer.
- Page 21 TV Remote On TV Remote Press the Next/Previous button to enable/disable VIZIO TV Remotes. When enabled (On), you can use a VIZIO TV remote control to turn on the sound bar VZtv Rmt On TV Remote Off (using the TV Volume Up button) and control volume.
- Page 22 (Amber) indicator LED will light up for 5 seconds before fading away. detected. When the sound When Wi-Fi is successfully set up via the VIZIO SmartCast Mobile app or through bar successfully an Ethernet connection, the blue indicator LED will light up to confirm a Wi-Fi Indicator LED successful connection.
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Page 23: Using Button Combinations
Note: This will erase all settings and preferences that you have set. Enable VIZIO VIZIO TV Enable/disable the use of a VIZIO TV remote control to power on and TV Remote Remote adjust the volume of the sound bar. To enable/disable this function,... -
Page 24: Programming The Sound Bar
PROGRAMMING THE SOUND BAR You can program your sound bar to accept TV remote IR commands. Press the Menu button on the remote, then use the Up/Down buttons to navigate to Prg Remote. Use the Next/Previous buttons to toggle through Learn Vol -, Learn Vol +, and Learn Mute. -
Page 25: Bluetooth Audio Pairing
Once the device is paired, the LED Indicators will stop flashing. Top of Sound Bar You can now search for the sound bar (VIZIO SB36312*) using your Bluetooth device. For more information, refer to the user documentation that came with the device. -
Page 26: Using Bluetooth Mode
USING BLUETOOTH MODE Your sound bar supports music streaming from smart phones, tablets, and computers with Bluetooth capability. Device compatibility will vary, see your device’s documentation for more information. Once you have paired your source device to the sound bar, as long as you stay within range of the sound bar, your device should remain paired. -
Page 27: Advanced Setup
ADVANCED SETUP Back of Sound Bar Note: Always use HDMI 2.0 certified cables. 3.5MM TO DIGITAL OPTICAL HDMI CABLE RCA CABLE CABLE USB Thumb Drive* Tablet/MP3 Player/Laptop Network Media Player Game Console Supports .WAV and .MP3 file format playback only. English - 27... -
Page 28: Advanced Setup - Hdmi Arc
ADVANCED SETUP - HDMI ARC Connect to HDMI (ARC) port on your TV HDMI cables transmit both audio and video. • To view video from these devices, turn Note: Always use HDMI 2.0 the sound bar on, then set the sound bar HDMI CABLE certified cables. -
Page 29: Connecting With Hdmi Arc
The following steps are for use with a VIZIO TV, steps may differ by TV manufacturer. See your TV’s user manual for more information. CEC Function naming may differ by TV manufacturer. See your TV’s user manual for more information. - Page 30 Back of TV* Connect to HDMI (ARC) port on your TV * HDMI ARC port location may differ by TV manufacturer. See your TV’s user manual for more information. English - 30...
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Page 31: Connecting A Subwoofer
CONNECTING A SUBWOOFER The subwoofer has already been paired with the sound What does pairing mean? bar by VIZIO. However, the subwoofer may need to be Pairing means to wirelessly connect. re-linked to the sound bar if there is no sound coming from the subwoofer. -
Page 32: Wall-Mounting The Sound Bar
WALL-MOUNTING THE SOUND BAR Wall-Mount Screw Holes Back of Sound Bar Insert the two wall-mount screws into the wall-mount screw holes, and then tighten them with a Phillips screwdriver. Place the included wall mounting template against the wall under your TV. Mark the two bracket holes using a pencil. - Page 33 Be sure your screws are attached to wood studs, drywall anchors (for drywall), or concrete anchors (for brick/concrete walls). Screws for attaching the brackets to the wall are not included. Choose the screw type and length appropriate to your home’s construction. If in doubt, consult a professional installer. *Bracket Screw Not Included with sound bar Suggested Screw Size: 3.5 diameter.
- Page 34 Why register? Customized Support Get assistance quickly with your information on hand. News and Offers Take advantage of the latest news and special offers from VIZIO. Safety and Satisfaction Stay up-to-date with important product updates and notifications. English - 34...
- Page 35 Award-Winning Customer Care At Your Convenience. NEED HELP? Go to: support.vizio.com Find help with: New product setup • • Connecting your devices • Technical problems • Product updates and more Live chat support available You can also contact our support team at:...
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Page 36: Help & Troubleshooting
HELP & TROUBLESHOOTING • Press the POWER button on the remote control or on the top of your sound bar. There is no power. • Ensure the power cord is securely connected. • Plug a different device into the electrical outlet to verify that the outlet is working correctly. •... -
Page 37: Frequently Asked Questions
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS • You can verify content via the VIZIO SmartCast Mobile app. Download the VIZO SmartCast Mobile app and sync your sound bar. Go to Settings >System Information to see what type of audio is being played. Visit VIZIO.com/smartcast for more on the SmartCast Mobile app. -
Page 38: Limited Warranty
VIZIO’s Responsibilities If VIZIO determines that a product is covered by this warranty, VIZIO will (at its option) repair or replace it, or refund the purchase price to you. There will be no charge for parts or labor during the warranty period. Replacement parts may be new or recertified at VIZIO’s option and sole discretion. Replacement parts and VIZIO’s labor are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty or for ninety (90) days from warranty service, whichever is longer. - Page 39 What to Do If You Are Not Satisfied With Service If you feel VIZIO has not met its obligations under this warranty, you may attempt to resolve the issue informally with VIZIO. If you are unable to resolve the issue informally and wish to file a formal claim against VIZIO, and if you are a resident of the United States, you must submit your claim to binding arbitration according to the procedures described below, unless an exception applies.
- Page 40 General No employee or agent of VIZIO may modify this warranty. If any term of this warranty, other than the class action waiver, is found to be unenforceable, that term will be severed from this warranty and all other terms will remain in effect. If the class action waiver is found to be unenforceable, then the entire section titled “Binding Arbitration Agreement;...
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Page 41: Specifications
Specifications Forward Firing - Two 1.65" x 2.76" Full Range Driver for Each Channel (1 for left, 1 for right, 1 for center) Sound Bar: Upward Firing - Two 1.65" x 2.76" Full Range Driver for Each Channel (1 for left, 1 for right) Subwoofer: One 5"... -
Page 42: Legal & Compliance
LEGAL & COMPLIANCE FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. - Page 43 All software is provided subject to software license agreements and you agree that you will be bound by such license agreements in addition to other applicable terms of use. By using the VIZIO products, you agree to the VIZIO Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, as well as Google’s Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The VIZIO Terms of Use and Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time and are available to view at http://www.vizio.com/ terms and http://www.vizio.com/privacy, respectively.
- Page 44 Changing the factory default settings or enabling other features will increase power consumption that could exceed the limits necessary to qualify for ENERGY STAR rating. We want to help you save energy. © 2019 VIZIO INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 190213SL English - 44...
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